Infliximab Therapy for Dolichoectactic Aneurysms

Infliximab Therapy for Dolichoectactic Vertebrobasilar Aneurysms

Recruiting Phase 1 Phase 2 Interventional Study
Aneurysm Stroke Vasculitis Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
8 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of California, San Francisco · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with specific types of brain aneurysms that cannot be treated with surgery. Participants will receive a medication called Infliximab to see if it helps their condition.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have a dolichoectactic aneurysm in my vertebral or basilar artery.
  • I am over 18 years old.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have used an anti-TNF medication in the last year.
  • I have low blood counts or liver issues.
  • I have a skin test showing past tuberculosis infection without treatment.
  • I currently have an active infection.
  • I have had a serious illness requiring hospitalization in the last month.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have a history of cancer in the last 5 years.
  • I have a psychiatric disorder that prevents me from understanding the study.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

Patients harboring dolichoectactic vertebrobasilar (DVB) aneurysms are at risk of suffering SAH, ischemic stroke, and/or brainstem compression and many patients are not offered invasive treatment due to the futility of existing surgical methods. Consequently, there is demand for development of medical therapy for DVB aneurysms

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Vertebral and/or basilar artery dolichoectactic aneurysm not amenable to microsurgical or endovascular treatment. 2. Age greater than 18 years at time of first study drug administration. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Use of an anti-TNF or other biologic medication (Including but n…
Contacts

Daniel L Cooke, MD

415-353-1863

daniel.cooke@ucsf.edu

CONTACT

Atakan Orscelik, MD

415-353-7500

atakan.orscelik@ucsf.edu

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